US reels under snowstorm, more than 1 million customers without power: over 17000 flights cancelled
Summary
A severe snowstorm in the US has caused over 1 million power outages, more than 17,000 flight cancellations, and at least 7 deaths due to cold exposure. The storm impacts much of the eastern two-thirds of the country with ongoing freezing temperatures and disruptions.
Key Points
- A heavy snowstorm has brought the US to a standstill with over 190 million people under winter weather warnings.
- More than 1 million customers are without power across the mid-Atlantic and South regions.
- At least 7 deaths have been reported due to hypothermia and exposure across several states.
- Over 17,000 flights were cancelled on Sunday, marking the worst cancellations day since the pandemic.
